Akamandisa Inambao (Zambia) - Miss Earth 2011

What environmental project will you create to promote the protection of Mother Earth and why?

I’ll create an environmental project that will deal with the recycling of materials such as paper and plastic, which in turn will reduce pollution, prevent ozone layer depletion and contribute to the worldwide climate positively.

What makes you proud of the country you are representing, and what can you promote about your country?

I love the rich sense of culture and the peace Zambia enjoys, and I am very proud of that. I’d like to promote the tourism sector in my country because I believe that Zambia has one of the best natural resources in the world and the Victoria Falls is an example of a few. Moreover, my country also has a number of exciting and entertaining traditional ceremonies.

Describe your childhood/growing years

My growing years were exciting because I got to explore and develop interests in various areas. When I was 8, I was a little ballerina and I loved dancing, but that was only for a year because moved to another school after. At 9, I focused more on modeling as a recreation and I’d model at every school event. This went on until I left primary school. At 13, in boarding school, I learned a lot of life and social skills.

What lessons did you learn from your childhood/growing years?

Success comes to those who prepare for it. I believe that everyone has a fair chance to succeed in life. Failure, however, us a state of mind and I urge everyone never to give up until they achieve their goal regardless of the situation they are going through at the time.

What is your most memorable moment?

My most memorable moment was the day I was crowned Zambia's Supermodel because that was my first title ever. It was a very happy moment because I had finally achieved my goal at the time after a period of intensive grooming.

I also felt important and it was exciting and encouraging to get a lot of support from my family and friends.

What is your environmental advocacy?

My environmental advocacy is waste management. This deals with the control of waste disposal because in Zambia, waste isn't disposed of properly.

I plan on sensitizing the citizens of Zambia about the benefits of recycling paper and plastic.